The ability to detach a video playing on the YouTube application within the iOS environment and continue playback in a small, resizable window while navigating other apps or the operating system itself, represents a significant advancement in mobile multitasking. As an example, a user can watch a tutorial video on the YouTube application and simultaneously take notes in a separate application, with the video displayed in a floating window.
This feature enhances user productivity and convenience by allowing uninterrupted video consumption while interacting with other applications. Its introduction addressed a long-standing user request for enhanced mobile multitasking capabilities on iOS devices. The functionality streamlines workflows and enables a more seamless mobile user experience, bridging the gap between content consumption and active engagement with other tasks.